Ili in Xinjiang, as beautiful as Switzerland, remains picturesque in winter!

When it comes to Ili, Xinjiang, the first thing that comes to mind is the grasslands and snow mountains in summer. You probably can't imagine what Ili looks like in winter, so winter is definitely the off-season for tourism in Ili. Visiting Ili at this time is extremely cost-effective! ⭐Ili has many famous grasslands, which turn into natural ski resorts and snow nests in winter. The snow scenery in my picture is from the grasslands along the way and the Tangbula grassland. The snow scenery is beautiful, and you can play in the snow or even ski. The snow here is very soft and thick, and you can step down to your knees. It's not inferior to Switzerland at all! ⭐The sunset in Ili, Xinjiang is the most beautiful sunset I have ever seen, without a doubt! ⭐Swan Spring, a must-visit for photography enthusiasts. When winter comes, swans from Siberia will come here to spend the winter. If you're lucky, there will be rime and snow in the early morning, coupled with elegant swans, it's a perfect picture! Small tips: Arrive before sunrise, it will be very cold in the early morning, it is recommended to wear more, the wind may be strong so pay attention to wind protection, rime is not every day, it depends on luck, so if you have time, it is recommended to come a few more times, we went twice but there was no rime. ⭐Ili is a gathering place for ethnic minorities, mainly Kazakhs. Young and old Kazakhs like to play on Liuxing Street. After a day of fun, you can also go to Liuxing Street to experience the cultural charm of the Kazakhs. ⭐When you come to Ili, you can't miss Xinjiang's delicacies: hand-grabbed mutton, and the very popular ice cream. Eating ice cream at minus ten degrees, don't be too cool!